Dr. Ryan Beck, MD
Dr. Ryan Beck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paducah, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Beck has completed 49 knee replacements (#27 in Kentucky), 26 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 86 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Beck performs near average in knee (49 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 33 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Beck performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (49 cases), followed by hip replacements (26) and shoulder replacements (11).
Paducah is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Paducah area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Beck also maintains hospital privileges in KY and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Medicare records for Dr. Beck extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 86 in the most recent data, a 126% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Beck's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Beck Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Paducah, KY 42001
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beck's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 126% from 38 procedures in 2020 to 86 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Beck
How does Dr. Beck's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Beck has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beck ranks #26 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beck perform?
Dr. Beck performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beck in Paducah?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Beck represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Beck's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 86 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beck's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Beck's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2020 to 86 in the most recent data, a 126% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Beck perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beck's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Beck among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beck affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beck is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Marshall County Hospital, Massac Memorial Hospital. Dr. Beck maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Beck compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Paducah?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah, Dr. Beck ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Beck is among the highest-volume surgeons in Paducah.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beck practices?
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Baptist Health Paducah (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Marshall County Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Paducah, Kentucky
Dr. Beck's 86 Medicare procedures are below the Paducah average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Paducah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shiraz Patel | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Deweese | 159 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Kern | 86 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Romine | 63 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Philip Hunt | 28 | Hip, Knee |
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